gray dogwood
Cornus racemosa
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Cutting,Hardwood Cuttings
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 8
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Soil:
Sandy Loamy Clay
Fruits:
blue,gray,black,gray Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Gray dogwood should be watered once or twice a week with about 1 to 2 inches of water each time. This should be done consistently throughout its growing season, which typically lasts from spring to early fall. The best time to water is early morning or evening so that the soil can absorb the water before the sun is too hot. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings,but don't let it dry out completely.
sunlight
Gray Dogwood (Cornus racemosa) should be grown in an area that receives 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. It prefers morning sunlight and should be protected from afternoon sun to minimize stress for the plant. Additionally, it is important to provide some afternoon shade during the hottest months to reduce temperatures and the risk of sunburn. Avoid growing the plant in a location that receives more than 6 hours of direct sunlight daily as this could result in foliage scorch and other potential damage to the plant.
pruning
Pruning of the gray dogwood (Cornus racemosa) should take place in late winter or early spring before new growth starts. The goal should be to maintain an open center to let light and air pass through the tree's canopy. Remove dead, crossing, or weak branches anytime during the dormant season. Prune branches that are growing too close to a structure or toward the center of the tree. Thin out any dense clusters of branches to allow light and air to reach the inner parts of the tree. Since gray dogwood will sucker from the base, any suckers should be trimmed off near the base.
